Mum's Army
A bit of light humour... Please don't take it too seriously, girls! BB Jackie M. == Subject: Mum's army Fighters against the Taliban Take all Australian women who are within five years of menopause - train us for a few weeks, outfit us with automatic weapons, grenades, gas masks, moisturizer with SPF15, Prozac, hormones, chocolate, and canned tuna - drop us (parachuted, preferably) across the landscape of Afghanistan, and let us do what comes naturally. Think about it. Our anger quotient alone, even when doing standard stuff like grocery shopping and paying bills, is formidable enough to make even armed men in turbans tremble. We've had our children, we would gladly suffer or die to protect them and their future. We'd like to get away from our husbands, if they haven't left already. And for those of us who are single, the prospect of finding a good man with whom to share life is about as likely as being struck by lightning. We have nothing to lose. We've survived the water diet, the protein diet, the carbohydrate diet, and the grapefruit diet in gyms and saunas across Australia and never lost a kilo. We can easily survive months in the hostile terrain of Afghanistan with no food at all! We've spent years tracking down our husbands or lovers in bars, hardware stores, or sporting events.finding bin Laden in some cave will be no problem. Uniting all the warring tribes of Afghanistan in a new government? Oh, please ... we've planned the seating arrangements for in-laws and extended families at Christmas dinners for years ... we understand tribal warfare. Between us, we've divorced enough husbands to know every trick there is for how they hide, launder, or cover up bank accounts and money sources. We know how to find that money and we know how to seize it ... with or without the government's help! Let us go and fight. The Taliban hates women. Imagine their terror as we crawl like ants with hot-flashes over their godforsaken terrain. I'm going to write my local politician. You should, too! Di Rayner Health Promotion Coordinator Coastal Wheatbelt Public Health Unit [EMAIL PROTECTED] ph 9622 0127 fax 9622 5752 -- End of Forwarded Message -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit http://www.acegraphics.com.au to subscribe or unsubscribe.
Hyperthyroidism
Title: Hyperthyroidism A relevant article from ABC Alerts, in relation to the recent discussions. BB Jackie Mawson. - HYPERTHYROIDISM (Health Report: 19/11/2001) Hyperthyroidism is a condition in which the thyroid gland produces too much thyroxin. It is a very debilitating and potentially fatal disease. Anne, a professional writer highly respected for her work, has been living a nightmare for quite some time. She talks about her personal experiences with this disease. http://www.abc.net.au/rn/talks/8.30/helthrpt/stories/s420168.htm - Birthing Beautifully, Jackie Mawson. Convenor of Birthrites: Healing After Caesarean Inc. Visit our Website at: http://www.birthrites.org Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Phone: 61 08 9418 8949 Please note I am not a Professional Healthcare Provider, and all opinions given in this email are not to be taken as medical, or legal, advice. Please seek such advice from the relevant professional service. Email me your postal details for a FREE copy of our quarterly magazine, if you live within Australia - Overseas postage costs are above budget, sorry! Too many Gods; so many creeds, Too many paths that wind and wind, When just the art of being kind Is all the sad world needs... --
Re: transverse lie
Dear Rhonda and listers When the baby has chosenA TRANSVERSE LY I FEEL IT IS TRANSIENT TO TURNING TO LONGITUDANAL OR IT IS FOR COMFORT . Once it's been established that there is no mechanical blockage ie placenta or tissue mass or structual abnormality in uterus or baby then when contractions start the decree of comfort for baby will quickly change and it will turn to longitudanal ly. The problem is that some the membranes rupture prior to contractions and that is why the doctor is so concerned ie there is a small but real possibility that the cord could prolapse with the possibility of cutting of the baby's life line .So I think in this instance the dr is acting in the best interests of the mother and baby . Regarding advice talk to baby visulise and turn acupunture at 38 weeks and decrease the level of comfort ie sleep on side where head is and encorage to move . Which state is this mother in I could recommend practitioners. lol jan - Original Message - From: Toni Cannard [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, November 22, 2001 5:48 PM Subject: Re: transverse lie I just thought I should add that the lady was 34/35 weeks and she was one of quite a few women I know whose babies turned breech in the week following the Sept 11 attacks. Anybody else notice this trend? Two friends of mine, also lost their babies in the week after - one at 9 weeks, the other 13 weeks - and both mums convinced that the emotional turmoil of Sept was a contributing factor. Interested in others observations, Toni From: Rhonda [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: transverse lie Date: Thu, 22 Nov 2001 13:34:50 +1100 Hi, I am asking this for a friend, she is small in stature and has been told that she has a large baby. She is due in 4 weeks and the baby is in a transverse lie (perhaps because she is small and has run out of room!) The ob has told her to stay home - no shopping, no walking, no anything until she goes into labour and then to go straight to the hospital. She is not happy! Can anyone give any advice on ways she might help the baby to turn back if it can?? Regards Rhonda. _ Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at http://explorer.msn.com/intl.asp -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit http://www.acegraphics.com.au to subscribe or unsubscribe. -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit http://www.acegraphics.com.au to subscribe or unsubscribe.
Re: Reflexology
Title: Re: Reflexology I think that Quackwatch would be very keen to know what parts of their site are misleading or factually inaccurate. I am sure if you pointed out their errors, and you were right, they would be keen to alter the information presented. Skeptics do not deny the efficacy for modalities for the sake of denying things, they do it because the claims for the modality are not evidence-based. Where treatments are not evidence-based, consumers are often hurt, either physically or via their hip-pocket. Members of the Skeptics community 'seek the evidence', and where the evidence is lacking are willing to speak out. I wonder on what basis you make the claim that skeptics are 'clearly biased'? Is that on the basis that they seek evidence for claims and do not accept hearsay and anecdotal material as proof? Just seeking evidence. David Vernon From: Mary-Clare Switz [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Mary-Clare Switz [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Thu, 22 Nov 2001 10:21:27 +1100 To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: Reflexology It is indeed sad that an internet site entitled quackwatch could be even remotely considered an appropriate reference for modality. The information contained is misleading, some is factualy inaccurate. How can a group belonging to the Skeptic Ring who are clearly biased be taken seriously?? Mary-Clare Switz - Original Message - From: Bruce Ford mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, November 22, 2001 2:29 AM Subject: Reflexology Information on reflexology and other complimentary practices such as applied kinesiology, iris diagnosis, Bach flowers, homeopathy, accupuncture), including the results of clinical trials and the relevance of standards and training promulgated by industry groups such as the PRA can be obtained from www.quackwatch.com http://www.quackwatch.com Bruce Ford
Fw: induction drug
- Original Message - From: Lois Wattis To: Dean Jo Bainbridge Sent: Friday, November 23, 2001 5:51 AM Subject: Re: induction drug Dear Jo - yes, I've seen it used for mid-trimester abortion (20 weeks) too. The baby was born alive and lived for several hours after the birth with no assistance permitted. Hope I never see it again. Lois - Original Message - From: Dean Jo Bainbridge To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, November 22, 2001 11:00 AM Subject: induction drug Can anyone tell me if this particular drug is used in Australia? :cytotec. Jo Bainbridgefounding member CARES SAemail: [EMAIL PROTECTED]phone: 08 8365 7059birth with trust, faith love...
Re: transverse lie
All good advice so far... no-one else has mentioned external cephalic version though. I had this done (22 years ago!!) towards the end of my third pregnancy as babe was alternating between breech and transverse. In those days it was done in doctor's surgery once, and again in hospital before induction. Vaginal birth was achieved but acynclitic, face presentation... big epis. and much trauma (but that's another story. Probably not related to ECV, more likely poor management of induction). Just thought I'd add my bit. Best wishes, Lois - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, November 23, 2001 3:53 AM Subject: Re: transverse lie Dear Rhonda and listers When the baby has chosenA TRANSVERSE LY I FEEL IT IS TRANSIENT TO TURNING TO LONGITUDANAL OR IT IS FOR COMFORT . Once it's been established that there is no mechanical blockage ie placenta or tissue mass or structual abnormality in uterus or baby then when contractions start the decree of comfort for baby will quickly change and it will turn to longitudanal ly. The problem is that some the membranes rupture prior to contractions and that is why the doctor is so concerned ie there is a small but real possibility that the cord could prolapse with the possibility of cutting of the baby's life line .So I think in this instance the dr is acting in the best interests of the mother and baby . Regarding advice talk to baby visulise and turn acupunture at 38 weeks and decrease the level of comfort ie sleep on side where head is and encorage to move . Which state is this mother in I could recommend practitioners. lol jan - Original Message - From: Toni Cannard [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, November 22, 2001 5:48 PM Subject: Re: transverse lie I just thought I should add that the lady was 34/35 weeks and she was one of quite a few women I know whose babies turned breech in the week following the Sept 11 attacks. Anybody else notice this trend? Two friends of mine, also lost their babies in the week after - one at 9 weeks, the other 13 weeks - and both mums convinced that the emotional turmoil of Sept was a contributing factor. Interested in others observations, Toni From: Rhonda [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: transverse lie Date: Thu, 22 Nov 2001 13:34:50 +1100 Hi, I am asking this for a friend, she is small in stature and has been told that she has a large baby. She is due in 4 weeks and the baby is in a transverse lie (perhaps because she is small and has run out of room!) The ob has told her to stay home - no shopping, no walking, no anything until she goes into labour and then to go straight to the hospital. She is not happy! Can anyone give any advice on ways she might help the baby to turn back if it can?? Regards Rhonda. _ Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at http://explorer.msn.com/intl.asp -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit http://www.acegraphics.com.au to subscribe or unsubscribe. -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit http://www.acegraphics.com.au to subscribe or unsubscribe. -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit http://www.acegraphics.com.au to subscribe or unsubscribe.
Midwifery contacts
Hi all I am currently working on a new and improved version of my website. Have decided to have a new section on my site listing midwives practicing over Australia. A common complaint I hear is that is can be difficult to locate a midwife in the local area - so hopefully this will be one step in helping to solve the problem. If you wish to be listed on my site can you email me your: Name, Address, Phone numbers, email address, website address (if any) and the services you provide. I'll let you know when it is all up and running Cheers Jane Pregnancy, Birth and Beyond Caring, Professional Midwifery Services Sydney Visit http://www.pregnancy.com.au -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit http://www.acegraphics.com.au to subscribe or unsubscribe.
Re: Midwifery contacts
good on you Jane - go girl! - Original Message - From: Jane Palmer [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Ozmidwifery (E-mail) [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, November 23, 2001 1:35 PM Subject: Midwifery contacts Hi all I am currently working on a new and improved version of my website. Have decided to have a new section on my site listing midwives practicing over Australia. A common complaint I hear is that is can be difficult to locate a midwife in the local area - so hopefully this will be one step in helping to solve the problem. If you wish to be listed on my site can you email me your: Name, Address, Phone numbers, email address, website address (if any) and the services you provide. I'll let you know when it is all up and running Cheers Jane Pregnancy, Birth and Beyond Caring, Professional Midwifery Services Sydney Visit http://www.pregnancy.com.au -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit http://www.acegraphics.com.au to subscribe or unsubscribe. -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit http://www.acegraphics.com.au to subscribe or unsubscribe.
seeking contacts in South America/usa
Hi - my name is karan Morrisey (a syd. midwife/adult educator), Imhoping to go to South America next year - do any of you know any midwifery contacts there or in the USA. Or of any maternal/infant health or TBA programs that are happening in Sth America? Also does anyone know good places to source funding/scholarships to attend overseas Mid work shops etc? Thanks for your help [EMAIL PROTECTED]
